As of lately I have been talking a lot of about getting "connected" with others through Twitter and other avenues of networking. Now I want to hear from you about what communities that you are actively engaging in when it comes to connecting. I know for many of us, we are apart of many different multiple websites and what not, but what places to engage in conversation the most. Here are a few places that I participate in conversation:
Twitter- this is probably one of my main, on-line communities that I participate in. I am slowly beginning to branch out and connect with new people through this social-networking tool more and more on a daily basis.
Facebook- through this site is where I maintain more "intimate" relationships that I have with close friends and family. I do my best to stay in touch with dear friends that live all over the U.S. and be a source of encouragement and friendship to them.
Bloggeries- this is a site that is new to me and is basically a place where fellow bloggers come to bounce ideas off each other and help out in technological ways when it comes to learning how to be more efficient in the blog world.
Open Door Fellowship- this is a place that is not on-line. This is where my wife and I go to learn more about who we are in Him and to grow in community with fellow, like minded people.
Mosaic- this is a place where I stay connected with fellow family in friends while out in California. Mosaic is a community of faith, hope, and love. If you live in Cali I strongly suggest you check it out!
So once again I encourage people to stay connected through different social media techniques, be don't neglect to connect with the people that are around you in your daily life! Twitter will never be able to provide the type of gratification and fulfillment that you will find in a healthy community of people. For those of you though that are afraid to get out of your comfort zone and connect with others, at least try to attempt to dialogue with people through facebook and twitter. Stop "quoting" the conversation and start participating! Hopefully when its all said and done, you will be a better person for it!
Now there are thousands of different communities around the world that people are apart of. Let us know which ones you are apart and why. Tell us the sites or places and let us know your names within those sites.
I think it’s important to also extend your online interactions with offline activities! A great way to do that is to get involved with meetup groups, Tweetups, and local conferences and events.
For some folks who are used to “hiding behind their computers” this may be a big step, but it’s worth it in the end!
Thanks for the reply Ashley. You make some great points. Nothing should ever replace living life with others on a face 2 face, social level! I know it could be awkward for some when it comes to meeting new people but in the end I think its worth it.
July 13th, 2009 - 09:20
I think it’s important to also extend your online interactions with offline activities! A great way to do that is to get involved with meetup groups, Tweetups, and local conferences and events.
For some folks who are used to “hiding behind their computers” this may be a big step, but it’s worth it in the end!
July 13th, 2009 - 13:52
Thanks for the reply Ashley. You make some great points. Nothing should ever replace living life with others on a face 2 face, social level! I know it could be awkward for some when it comes to meeting new people but in the end I think its worth it.